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Red Cross calls for blood donors before the holiday season
(Oct. 19, 2017) — With the busy holiday season approaching, the American Red Cross encourages donors to give blood now to help ensure a...
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Support cancer patients by giving blood with the Red Cross
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood to support cancer patients and others.
Mary Alice Donofrio gave...
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National Domestic Violence Month
October is National Domestic Violence Month and this is the perfect time to bring awareness and prevention for future domestic violence actions.
Domestic Violence is...
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Study reveals troubling disparities in prescribing opioids for patients with nonmalignant chronic pain
LAWRENCE — A recent study from the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, published in the journal Pain Medicine, suggests that prescriptions of opioids...
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Enjoy the benefits of coffee
Melissa Bess, former Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, University of Missouri Extension
Many people like to start the day with a fresh cup (or cups)...
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Keep food safety in mind when tailgating
Story by: Katie Allen, Communications Specialist, News Media and Marketing Services, K-State; Source: Londa Nwadike, State Extension Food Safety Specialist, Kansas State University and...
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10 healthy fall fruits and vegetables
Melissa Bess, former Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, University of Missouri Extension
Some fruits and vegetables are easier to come by in the summer months,...
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Red Cross urges donors of all blood types to help maintain a diverse supply
The American Red Cross urges eligible donors of all races and ethnicities to give blood to help ensure a diverse blood supply for patients...
